ExpressTruckTax Blog

Friday, January 19, 2018

When it comes to truck taxes there are multiple forms to file and tons of deadlines. We know that you’re familiar with your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax Form 2290, and you regularly file your quarterly IFTA return, but what about your IRP return?

Your IRP return is actually pretty closely related to your HVUT return, and IFTA report, because you need your Schedule 1 to complete your IRP return, and you also need to track your mileage per jurisdiction. This may seem overwhelming, but we’re here to help clear everything up.

The Trucking Guide To IRP Reporting

First of all, IRP is the International Registration Plan and it’s a reciprocal agreement that authorizes proportional registration among the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.

This agreement provides apportioned payments based off of the total distance operated in each jurisdiction (state). That means the operator of the vehicle must report the number of miles traveled per jurisdiction on an annual basis and pay the amount of taxes they owe to their base jurisdiction (home state).

IRP Requirements

You are responsible for completing your IRP return if you operate a heavy vehicle that operates in more than one jurisdiction and it:

Weighs more than 26,000 pounds

Has three or more axles, regardless of weight, or

Is a power unit and trailer with a gross vehicle weight higher than 26,000 pounds.

To first receive your IRP license you must register with your base jurisdiction. Then you will receive your IRP license, which should be carried in your cab at all times. You will also have a specially marked license plate.

Then each year you will need to file your IRP return to renew your tags and to continue legally operating in multiple jurisdictions. Your IRP return deadline is based on the expiration date on your license plate.

In order to complete your return, you need to list the mileage traveled per jurisdiction during the year. Your mileage can be recorded with the same online program you use for your IFTA report, like ExpressIFTA.

ExpressIFTA makes it incredibly easy to import all of your information and track it in one convenient location online. You can use the bulk upload feature to import all of your information at once or import all of your data from your ELD device.

You also need a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 to complete your IRP return. You stamped Schedule 1 serves as proof of completing your HVUT Form 2290.

E-Filing Form 2290

You can actually easily file your truck tax from with ExpressTruckTax to instantly receive a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 via email.

All you have to do to get started is create your free account. Then you can follow our step-by-step instructions to quickly complete your form and transmit directly to the IRS. Then in about 15 minutes you'll get a copy of your stamped Schedule 1. This is the fastest and easiest way to complete your truck taxes.

Plus, if you need any assistance the live, US-based ExpressTruckTax team is standing by to help. Give us a call Monday - Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST at 704.234.6005. We also offer live chat and 24/7 email support at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.

Tuesday, December 12, 2017

As a trucker, we know you have a lot of taxes to deal with. From your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax Form 2290 to your IRP return, quarterly IFTA return, and more. That’s why we aim to make things easier by providing you with a quick and easy way to instantly file your Form 2290 online.

However, then we thought, why stop at Form 2290? You have more tax returns to file and they should all be fast and simple to complete online, especially if you run a trucking business. That’s why we are proud to announce our new tax solution, TaxBandits.

We Launched TaxBandits

TaxBandits is our newest program that was specifically designed to help small businesses steal back their time by providing them with a quick and easy e-filing solution for multiple returns.

All you have to do is follow our interview style e-filing process that’s full of instructions and helpful tips along the way. We’ve also gotten rid of unnecessary steps to make filing your forms and transmitting them directly to the IRS even faster.

TaxBandits currently offers W-2 Forms, the Form 990 Series (Form 990-N, 990-EZ, 990, 990-PF), the Form 94x Series, ACA Forms, the Form 1099 Series, and Extension Forms, so you can file for your small business or nonprofit, and even get more time to file if needed.

Plus, TaxBandits has a number of outstanding e-filing features to make the entire process super convenient. For example, you can use the bulk upload feature to instantly upload all of your information at once!

Also, you can use our postal mailing feature to have us mail hard copies of your forms to each of your recipients.

Check out the free “Vendor Payments & How to Stay Compliant” Webinar today, Tuesday, December 12th at 2 PM EST to learn more about Form 1099-MISC. Register here!

Contact TaxBandits

If you need any assistance, the amazing, US-based TaxBandits support team is here to help. Give us a call Monday - Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST at 704.684.4751. We also offer live chat and 24/7 email support at support@TaxBandits.com.

Wednesday, April 12, 2017

How are things going? We know it’s a busy time since business picks up in the spring. Plus, you’re really focusing on driving carefully due to all the crazy storms that are popping because of unpredictable April weather. On top of all that, tax season is here!

Luckily you have ExpressTruckTax here to help out in any way we can by providing you with a simple way to quickly e-file your HVUT, calculate your IFTA totals, and inform you about upcoming tax deadlines. So, let’s take a look at what’s coming up.

Upcoming Tax Deadlines

Watch out, at the end of the month your first quarter IFTA report is due! The deadline falls on April 30th, which is a Sunday. Since the deadline falls on a weekend day, the actual IFTA deadline is on the next business day, Monday, May 1st. That gives you the entire weekend to calculate your IFTA totals!

But who wants to spend their weekend calculating when they could be relaxing and watching the game? That’s why we’ve made it extremely easy to quickly calculate and keep track of everything you need for your IFTA totals.

You can use the quick entry screen to keep up with your odometer readings, quickly calculate your totals with our fuel tax calculator app, keep up with your miles per jurisdiction with our trip sheets, and more.

Your HVUT is due annually on August 31st, so you may feel a little more relaxed about that deadline since you have all summer to file your 2290. However, if you have a new truck or new to you truck then your HVUT is due the last day of the month after your first used month. Meaning if you first use your new vehicle in April then your 2290 is due by May 31st.

ExpressTruckTax is the market leading HVUT solution because we’ve simplified the e-filing process to help you fill out your Form 2290 and receive your stamped Schedule 1 in a matter of minutes.

Our step-by-step guide will help you instantly complete your 2290, and our 2290 calculator will help you accurately calculate how much you owe. Plus, your vehicle information will be saved for next time, and we offer free VIN corrections. After you’ve transmitted your 2290 to the IRS you’ll quickly receive a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 via email.

All of that stuff is great for your truck taxes, but what about your personal taxes?! The Income Tax Return Deadline is quickly approaching April 18th! We understand that while you’re busy out on the road it can be difficult to gather all the information necessary to file.

That’s why we have your personal tax filing solution. Simply head to our sister company, ExpressExtension, to e-file Personal Tax Extension Form 4868. IRS Form 4868 is for individual and joint taxpayers to apply for an additional 6-months to file their personal income tax returns.

The process is easy, you spend a few minutes filling out Form 4868 and transmit it to the IRS by the April 18th deadline to instantly receive 6 extra months to file your return, pushing your deadline back to October 16th. Visit ExpressExtension.com for more information.

If you need to file while out on the road, no problem. Simply download the free 4868 app to your smartphone or tablet to file 1040 extension online at any time from any location.

Contact Us

Tax time is a busy time and it can also be a confusing time. That’s why the dedicated ExpressTruckTax team is standing by to help. We will be more than happy to assist you with any questions that you may have. Call us anytime Monday - Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST at 704.234.6005, live chat with us, or take advantage of our 24/7 email support at support@expresstrucktax.com.

Friday, July 12, 2013

- Steve Grobin- On my way to New Brunswick Canada to pick up potato flakes for Pringles in TN
- This picture was taken in Maine.Thanks for sharing this photo with us, Steve! Stay safe on your long journey!

Monday, December 10, 2012

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clients' trucks on our blog! If you are one of our clients, please send us a
picture and details about your truck and we will be happy to post them here.
Thank You!

Monday, October 1, 2012

- Herbert W Moore III- Herbert Moore Trucking-Phoenix, AZNote:We
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of our clients, please send us a picture and details about your truck
and we will be happy to post them here. Thank You!

- The Biggest Baddest Truck on the road todayNote:We
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Thursday, August 23, 2012

- Joseph Yargo Trucking- This is a picture of my fighting tiger. - I would like to thank ExpressTruckTax. I truly did receive my Schedule 1 within minutes of filingWe
are proud to showcase our clients' trucks on our blog! If you are one
of our clients, please send us a picture and details about your truck
and we will be happy to post them here. Thank You!

- Rick D. Everhart Trucking- This has been a great truck. 1996 had 1,645,539 miles on it when it dropped a valve, so I rebuilt it. - Going for 1,000,000 miles againWe
are proud to showcase our clients' trucks on our blog! If you are one
of our clients, please send us a picture and details about your truck
and we will be happy to post them here. Thank You!